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Asperger Syndrome and Psychotherapy : Understanding Asperger Perspectives.
Title:
Asperger Syndrome and Psychotherapy : Understanding Asperger Perspectives.
Author:
Jacobsen, Paula.
ISBN:
9781846426131
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (173 pages)
Contents:
Acknowledgements -- Preface -- Part One: Clinical Work with Asperger Syndrome -- 1. Learning from Those who Have Asperger Syndrome -- 2. Theory of Mind, Executive Functioning, and Central Coherence -- 3. Articulating Perspective and Intention in Addressing Theory of Mind -- 4. The Understanding and Communication of Information -- 5. Addressing Commonly Occurring Issues -- 6. Adults and Family Members -- 7. Challenges for the Therapist -- Part Two: Case Management -- 8. Collaboration with Parents and Other Professionals -- 9. School Collaboration and Consulatation -- 10. Preparation of Special Materials -- Afterword -- Appendix 1: Professional Services -- Appendix 2: School Observations -- Appendix 3: Formal School Meetings -- Appendix 4 : Items for Consideration when Developing a Behavior Plan -- Appendix 5: Developing a Reference Binder -- References -- Index.
Abstract:
Jacobsen demonstrates how to interpret classic analytic and psychodynamic theories in relation to people with AS and explains how revised theories of mind, executive functioning and central coherence have helped provide new concepts and language with which to properly articulate the experiences of those with AS.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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